Dear Parents

As we reach our final week of the school year, it’s hard to believe how quickly these months have flown by. The campus is full of that familiar end-of-year mix of excitement and pride - all signs of a year well lived.

A reminder that school will close next Friday at 11:00, and there will be no aftercare on that day. As we count down to the holidays, we find ourselves thinking back on the moments that made this year so special: the friendships that blossomed, the courage shown by little ones trying something new, and the joy of watching them grow in confidence day by day.

Thank you for sharing your children with us. It has been a privilege walking alongside your families, and we are deeply grateful for the trust and support you’ve shown throughout the year.

Zoo To The Sea Concert Video: 

Please follow this link to view the video: Zoo to the Sea Concert Video 

We are delighted to share the link to the concert video. The children put their whole hearts into their performances, and we hope you enjoy reliving those precious moments.

Graduation Video: 

Please follow this link to view the video: Graduation Video 

Our little graduates shone with confidence and joy, and we hope you enjoy looking back on these special moments as much as we loved celebrating them with you. 

Peek Into Our Week

Tiny Tots

Our tiny tots have enjoyed a heartwarming and marvellously imaginative week, developing their cognitive skills and sense of self by exploring the delightful world of books, fairies, and fantasy, creating bright "sunshine yellow" hand prints and discovering "butterfly symmetry" art. We extended this magic outdoors by playing in the garden, searching for magic in the outdoor lighthouse, and trying to spot Tinker Bell between the flowers! All the while, we nurtured our emotional growth through simple "golden rules" and powerful positive affirmations, allowing our imaginations to wonderfully discover the world of fairies and beyond, what a wonderful way to celebrate and learn together! 

Tots 2

The Tots 2 enjoyed learning about South Africa. They proudly shared how much they love their country and were excited to learn new facts and try fun activities. Thank you to the parents for contributing the delicious South African snacks - the children thoroughly enjoyed the treats! Another highlight was painting the South African flag, where the children showed wonderful focus, creativity, and pride.

Grade 000

This week in Tigger’s House, we continued exploring and celebrating our beautiful Rainbow Nation. The children have been learning our National Anthem and enjoying new songs about fascinating South African animals, such as The Hadeda Song and The Lion Sleeps Tonight. We also had great fun singing Wave Your Flag while proudly waving our own flags in the classroom. A real highlight was learning The Wheels on the Bus in isiXhosa and Afrikaans - something the children embraced with such enthusiasm!

We then moved on to the theme of Cape Town, helping the children appreciate how lucky we are to live in such a magnificent city. One of their favourite discussions was about our iconic Table Mountain. Many children happily shared stories of their own adventures there, while others spoke of spotting the mountain on the drive home or visiting the beach. They created their own Table Mountain masterpieces using wax and dye - an activity that supported their creativity, fine motor development, and early artistic expression.

The children also explored our beautiful flora. Many decided that their favourite flower is our National Flower, the Protea. Using a layered art technique, they each created a stunning King Protea of their own. This activity encouraged focus, sequencing, and imaginative design—skills that are important for development.

Our Grade 000s have been loving their playtime out on the big field, where they have more space to explore and enjoy the larger equipment. Outdoor play is essential at this age, as it supports gross motor development, balance, coordination, and social interaction.

As the weather warms up, we have introduced various water-play activities both in the classroom and in the garden. Besides being wonderfully calming and soothing, water play offers rich learning opportunities - from sensory exploration to early science concepts such as pouring, measuring, floating, and sinking.

It has been a joyful, colourful, and proudly South African week of learning in Grade 000!

Honey Bee's House 

The Case of the Missing Honey Bee!

This week, our curious little Honey Bees transformed into real scientific investigators as we explored the wonderful world of science. With our detective hats on, we set out to solve the great mystery of “Who took Honey Bee?” Our investigation led us into the fascinating realm of fingerprints. We discovered that every person has their own special fingerprint pattern, and no two are ever the same, not even identical twins! We learned about the three magical patterns hidden on our fingertips: arches, loops, and whorls. The children were enchanted entirely as we collected fingerprints from all our “suspects.” Each Honey Bee had the chance to study their own prints under a microscope, carefully observing the tiny lines and swirls that make their fingerprints uniquely theirs. Then came the big moment, comparing their prints with those found at the “crime scene.” After much careful detective work, our clever little scientists cracked the case... It turns out Teacher Jo safely tucked Honey Bee into her bag to take home for a wash! Mystery solved! The excitement in the classroom was contagious. The children were amazed to see their fingerprints up close, and their enthusiasm for exploring, questioning, and discovering truly shone.

Fun Fingerprint Fact:

Did you know that the sweat and natural oils on our skin leave behind invisible marks every time we touch something? That’s why fingerprints are so helpful in solving mysteries! 

Why This Investigation Matters:

Activities like this help young children build early scientific thinking skills, observing closely, asking questions, making predictions, testing ideas, and drawing conclusions. These hands-on experiences encourage curiosity, problem-solving, and confidence, laying a strong foundation for future learning. What an extraordinary week of discovery, wonder, and science magic! Our Honey Bees are well on their way to becoming brilliant little thinkers and investigators.

Pooh Bear's House 

As we step into the second-to-last week of the school year, there’s a gentle feeling of winding down in the Pooh Bears House. The days feel a little softer, a little slower, and we’re truly savouring these final moments together as a class before we say goodbye to 2025.

This week, the children absolutely loved the beautiful table we set out for them. With pieces of material, soft fabrics and our toy babies on display, the invitation to play sparked imagination immediately. It was such a joy to watch the creativity unfold - little hands carefully choosing “outfits,” wrapping babies snugly into swaddles, and rocking them gently to sleep.

One of the biggest favourites was the back-wearing trend! Suddenly, our classroom was filled with proud little “parents” carrying their babies as they moved around the room. The care, the gentleness, the empathy - it was all there in their play.

As these last few days approach, we are soaking up every giggle, every imaginative moment, and every burst of joy from our wonderful Pooh Bears. What a special year it has been, and how lucky we are to spend this last stretch together.

Grade R

What an exciting week we’ve had in Grade R! We were full of excitement as we travelled on the bus to Wonderdal, and the adventure only got better from there. At Wonderdal Edutainment Centre, we explored the tinker boards, lit up the Tree of Light, wandered through the Wonder Garden, relaxed in the Story Caves, and adventured through the Wildlands. We even put our thinking caps on to solve tricky challenges on Brain Teaser Island! We had so much fun that many of our friends couldn’t help but take a little nap on the bus ride back. Back in class, we explored our new theme, Festivals and Special Days, and got creative by making beautiful lanterns using bright colours and interesting shapes. It’s been a week full of learning, laughter, and wonderful memories! 🎉✨

Outreach

Thank you to all our families for the incredible generosity you’ve shown throughout the year. Each outreach drive has reminded us of the kindness within our school, and our most recent collection for the Grace Foundation was no exception. Your contributions truly make a difference, and we are deeply grateful for the compassion and support you continue to share.

Spring Quarter 2025 

Spring Quarter Important Dates 

SPRING QUARTER:

1 December: Class lists released 

2 December: Disney Dress-up and Class Parties 

3 December: Reports sent to parents 

5 December: Last day of the quarter - School closes at 11:00 

Cake Sale - Thank you

Thank you to all our parents for supporting our final cake sale of the year, and for every sweet and savoury contribution along the way. The children absolutely loved looking forward to their little treat each month – it brought so much excitement to their Fridays. We appreciate the time, effort, and generosity that go into making these moments happen.

Class Lists For 2026 (Grade 0000 - R 2025) 

As we look ahead to a brand-new year, our class placement process has concluded. Our primary goal is to create a balanced environment where each little one can thrive. To do this, we carefully consider every child’s class placement with thought and intention.

Our team of teachers and management thoughtfully review each child’s emotional, social, and academic needs, as well as the social dynamics within the group, to ensure that every learner is placed in the best possible setting for the year ahead. This is a mammoth task, involving many hours of collaboration and careful discussion.

While we understand that some parents may have preferences, we ask that you trust in our teachers’ expertise and our commitment to placing each child where they will feel supported, confident, and happy. Every decision is made with great care to ensure the best fit for your child’s continued growth and development.

📋 Class lists will be displayed in the Pre-Primary reception on Monday, 1 December 2025.

2026 Information 

2026 Dates

Summer Quarter: 20 Jan - 26 March 

Autumn Quarter: 8 April - 24 June 

Winter Quarter: 22 July - 23 Sept 

Spring Quarter: 14 Oct - 4 Dec 

STAFFING

Our heartfelt thanks go to our wonderful teaching and support teams for the care, energy and dedication they've poured into this year. They have held the children with patience, love and professionalism, and it shows in every smile and moment of growth we’ve seen. 

As we say goodbye to Tammy Shuttleworth and Cassandra Mönnig, we do so with deep appreciation for all they have given to our school. We will miss them both and wish them every happiness and success as they step into their next chapters.

FAREWELL 

Cassandra Mönnig

Although my time at Christopher Robin Pre-Primary has been brief, it has been deeply meaningful and has left a lasting impression. Working alongside such a dedicated and talented team of teachers and having the opportunity to spend time with your wonderful children has been both inspiring and rewarding. It has been a true privilege to sing, dance, and make music with the children, and to witness their unique personalities and creativity shine through. Teaching piano has been an especially fulfilling experience, as I have seen my students grow in confidence and develop a genuine love for music. I will miss everyone greatly and wish the entire Pre-Primary community continued success and a wonderful year ahead in 2026.

As we look ahead to 2026, we’re excited to share our staffing for the new year. Our teachers and support staff will continue to bring their warmth, care, and enthusiasm into each day, making sure our little ones feel safe, loved, and ready to learn. We’re also welcoming a few new staff members, and we know they’ll fit in beautifully and add something special to our school. 

Labels 

A friendly reminder to please label your children’s clothing - every hat, jersey, sock, and jacket! 🧦✨

Labelled clothes have a magical way of finding their way back to their rightful owners (and homes!) 🏡, while unlabelled ones often go on unexpected adventures in our lost-and-found box.

Let’s help those runaway jerseys make it home safely 

2026 Grade R Information (Current Honey Bee's, Pooh Bear's and Roo's House) 

The Grade R stationery kit for 2026 as detailed below is payable via Credit Card, Direct Deposit or EFT to Waltons, before Friday, 12 December 2025.  The kit will be used daily to promote handwriting, literacy and numeracy in an informal and fun manner within the classroom. The paid stationery will be delivered to the school and issued to your child’s class teacher before the Summer Quarter 2026. 

Grade R Stationery Letter 

Grade 1 2026 Information 

Junior Prep Music 

Grade 1 2026:

We invite parents of all current individual music learners, as well as those wishing to commence individual lessons in 2026, to please complete the following enrolment form: 

Current Grade R learners: 2026 JP Music Form

 A form for Ensembles, including Choir, and Orchestra, will be shared at the start of 2026.

Second-Hand Uniform Requirements

Please contact Tania Fourie if you would like to buy or sell good quality second-hand uniforms.  She is also the supplier of Froggy School shoes. 

 
Contact details:  +27 83 631 7683 or tania@sportstudio.co.za

First Additional Language

Our Grade 1 - 3 learners have a choice between Afrikaans FAL and isiXhosa FAL. Please click on the link to complete the form: First Additional Language Choice 2026. If a selection has not been made, it will be assumed that the learner will attend Afrikaans as their First Additional Language.

Conclusion

Our learners had an absolute blast today!

 The interactive circus show from Everywhen Experiences was a huge hit, from energetic acrobats to impressive human pyramids, the children were captivated from start to finish.

If you’re looking for something special for a birthday celebration, they also offer party entertainment. Feel free to check out their website for more information!

On Monday, 2 December, we invite our little ones to join in a magical day of Disney dress-up and joyful class parties. It’s always such a delight seeing their excitement as they arrive as their favourite characters and share in some end-of-year fun with their friends. We know they’ll make the happiest memories together as we wrap up a wonderful year.

We wish you a restful, joy-filled holiday season. May it be a time of connection, laughter, and slow mornings — the kind children treasure most. We look forward to welcoming you all back in the new year, refreshed and ready for the adventures ahead.